1948 Bristol 450 vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1969 Mazda 1000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 450 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 450 | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 450 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
